Upcoming Events

Children will discover a love for books and develop early literacy skills through engaging stories.

Get ready for a world of creativity and fun as we explore different crafts together. From painting to paper crafts, there's something for everyone. Come unleash your imagination and make new friends in a relaxed, creative environment.

FUN! FUN! FUN! FUN! FUN! 

🌞 Bilingual Storytime at the McAlester Public Library! 🌼
 

A fun and interactive bilingual storytime with stories in both English and Spanish, followed by a hands-on craft!

We will be investigating shadows and light during this program.  Children will be learning about how light is an energy source and how it interacts with objects.  The book "10 Grouchy Groundhogs" will be read for the story.

Has your for-you-page and newsfeeds been filled with new line dances?? Do you find yourself wishing you had someone to teach you those dances? Come by the library and let a certified fitness dance instructor teach you! 

Pajama Storytime is celebrating Valentine’s Day with a cozy party! Enjoy stories, festive crafts, and fun activities perfect for little hearts. Bring your pajamas and get ready for an afternoon full of love and laughter!

Tiny-Tot Storytime is feeling the love this week with a Valentine’s Day theme! We’ll share heartwarming stories and make a special Valentine’s Day craft to celebrate friendship and kindness. Perfect for little ones ages 2 and up!

Celebrate National Pizza Day with us at the Coal County Public Library! Ann will read the adorable story Pizza My Heart by Mika Song, a sweet and funny tale about friendship, creativity, and—of course—pizza.

Come join local artist Kachleigh Cochran as she teaches the kiddos how to paint a Valentine's Day themed art piece to take home!  Free to attend, all supplies provided.

Join us for a journey into the world of stories at our weekly Children's Storytime at the library! Perfect for children aged 4 to 12, this event will spark their imagination and love for reading.

Dig in and get creative! Join us to explore science of kinetic sand build, mold, and experiment with this mesmerizing, moldable material. Perfect for hands-on learning and sensory play!

Stomp into Valentine’s Day with a Dinosaur themed Valentine card craft. Children will decorate their
card using colorful paper, dino templates, googly eyes, stickers, and fun Valentine messages like

Come join us at the Creation Station!
Each week, children will enjoy a variety of crafts, activities, and a snack. Some weeks will even feature exciting STEM projects!

Kids get creative using air dry clay.
Patrons will mold clay into a heart and stamp a word in the middle to make it look like conversation heart candy.

Celebrate Library Lovers Month with a magical movie adventure! Children will be transported to a world where books, curiosity, and clever thinking unlock incredible possibilities.

Storytime at the library is a lively and engaging experience designed to spark young children's imaginations.

Children join the world of imagination and wonder.  Fascinating tales and adventures await you at our story time.

Not a fan of a traditional storytime?

Join us for an exciting session of board games or video games, where children can enjoy classic games, learn new ones, and challenge their friends.